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Patient Stories | February 28, 2010
Kidney Recipient Experiences the Miracle of Life Twice
Scripps patient Kate suffered from focal segmental glomerulosclerosis (FSGS) and eventually underwent a successful kidney transplant and post-transplant care.
Patient Stories | February 28, 2010
Scripps Surgeon Helps a Young Woman Receive a Fresh Start
Originally from a small province in Donetsk, Ukraine, Scripps patient Nataliya received cosmetic and reconstructive surgery for Treacher-Collins syndrome.
Patient Stories | February 8, 2010
John Trombold, MD, Honored at Scripps' 10th Annual Friends of the Hospital Luncheon
After John Trombold was diagnosed with aplastic anemia in college, he survived the potentially fatal blood condition and became a respected Scripps physician.
Patient Stories | February 1, 2010
The Power of Love Helps 90-Year-Old Man Survive Cancer
Scripps Health patient John Sachs was motivated to overcome bladder cancer by a promise, at age 80, to offer his new bride 20 years of marriage.
Patient Stories | January 31, 2010
Cyclist Makes an Amazing Recovery After Being Hit Head-on by a Car
Scripps Health patient and cyclist John Miksa suffered traumatic injury after a car accident, emerging from successful surgery procedure with renewed viewpoint.
Patient Stories | January 3, 2010
Woman Donates Home to Help Support Scripps
Longtime volunteer and La Jolla resident Burl Mackenzie donated her family home to support the Scripps Clinic Division of Cardiology.
Patient Stories | December 16, 2009
Friends Forge a Lasting Bond Through Kidney Donation
While on a search for a new kidney, Scripps transplant patient and mother of three learns how strong a bond can exist between two people.
Patient Stories | December 8, 2009
A Priceless Gift: Living Organ Donors Give of Themselves
When Scripps Health patient Jeff Wilson required a kidney transplant, family friend Karny Stefan stepped forward to make a living organ donation.
Patient Stories | December 3, 2009
Heart Attack Survivor Thanks Doctors by Giving Back
After decades of supporting Scripps Health, former patient David Kulchin survived a heart attack and continues a legacy of community involvement in Encinitas.
Patient Stories | December 3, 2009
Former Nurse Returns to Scripps Mercy for Care
Retired nurse Anne Bemis survives a traumatic robbery with the help of experts at Scripps Mercy Hospital in San Diego.